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Mathematics - Intermediate Algebra I

District Course #0814

Course Description

Open to: Grades 10, 11 One Year Course
Prerequisite: C/D in Algebra 1, Instructor/Counselor approval
Content: Students will study concepts of algebra, geometry and probability with an emphasis on algebra.

Adopted Materials

Title: Algebra 1: Integration, Applications and Connections
Edition: 2001
Publisher Glencoe Mc Graw-Hill
ISBN: 0-07-822894-8

Additional Resources

Textbook: Glencoe, Algebra I Integration Applications Connections, McGraw-Hill, 1997 (PH).
Marcy, Steve and Janis. Middle School Math with Pizazz C revised. Chicago. Creative Publications, 1996. (CP-C)
Marcy, Steve and Janis. Middle School Math with Pizazz D revised. Chicago. Creative Publications,1996. (CP-D)
Marcy, Steve and Janis. Middle School Math with Pizazz E revised. Chicago. Creative Publications,1996. (CP-E)
Marcy, Steve and Janis. Algebra with Pizazz revised. Chicago. Creative Publications, 1996. (CP-A)

Mathematics Curriculum Map
Course overview, activities, vocabulary, supplemental materials in pdf format.

Copyright Resources

Course Scope Semester 1

Unit 1 Real Number Operations 3 Weeks
Unit 2 Exploring Rational Numbers 3 Weeks
Unit 3 Solving Linear Equation 3 Weeks
Unit 4 Using Proportional Reasoning 3 Weeks
Unit 5 Graphing Relations and Functions 2 1/2 Weeks
Unit 6 Analyzing Linear Equations 3 1/2 Weeks

Course Scope Semester 2

Unit 7 Solving Linear Inequalities 3 Weeks
Unit 8 Solving Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities 3 Weeks
Unit 9 Exploring Polynomials 3 Weeks
Unit 10 Using Factoring 3 1/2 Weeks
Unit 11 Exploring Quadratic and Exponential Functions 3 Weeks
Unit 12 Exploring Radical Expressions and Equations 2 1/2 Weeks

Assessment Correlation acronyms key

Mathematics Curriculum Matrix K-12 pdf or Word document

Unit 1

Real Number Operations

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.01 Understand and use positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and scientific notation.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Convert decimals (terminating and repeating), fractions, or percents interchangeably.

Ch.1

TMT, EOC

02

Classify numbers as rational, irrational and locate on a number line.

Ch.2

TMA

Instructional Objective

0814.02 Understand properties of the real number system.

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.1a, AI.1.3.3a

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Recognize and use a property of real numbers (associative, commutative, distributive, and equality) in an algebraic expression.

Ch. 1-7, 1-8

TMT, EOC

02

Identify and use identity and inverse properties in algebraic expressions.

Ch. 1-6

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.03 Use the proper order of operations. Perform operations with real numbers.

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.1a

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use the order of operations to simplify numerical expressions.

Ch. 1-3

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.04 Make and evaluate logical arguments.

Standard Reference
AI.1.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Make and evaluate logical arguments (e.g., explain why it is not possible to divide by zero.)

Ch. 1-6

EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.05 Understand and use variables, expressions, equations, and inequalities.

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Translate an English phrase or sentence into an algebraic expression and vice versa.

Ch. 1.1

TMT, EOC

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Unit 2

Exploring Rational Numbers

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.06 Understand and use positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and scientific notation.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Perform basic operations on positive and negative numbers.

Ch. 2

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.07 Use graphs, matrices, and sequences to represent and solve problems.

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use matrices to represent and solve problems.

Ch. 2-3, 2-5, 2-6

TMA

Instructional Objective

0814.08 Understand and use variables, expressions, equations, and inequalities.

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Translate an English phrase or sentence into an algebraic expression and vice versa.

Ch. 2.9

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.09 Understand and use procedures for operating on algebraic expressions.

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.1,
AI.1.1.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Evaluate an algebraic expression using rational numbers.

Ch. 2-5, 2-6, 2-7

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.10 Understand and use appropriate procedures to solve linear equations and inequalities such. as:
3x – 4 = 2
or
3x – 4 > 2

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve absolute value equations.

Ch. 2-3

TMT, EOC

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Unit 3

Solving Linear Equation

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.11 Use a variety of methods, including common mathematical formulas, to solve problems drawn from daily life.

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use a problem-solving model to develop and apply problem-solving strategies. (e.g., guess and Check, draw a diagram, make a list, work backwards, and identify a simpler problem.)

Ch. 3-3

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.12 Understand and use variables, expressions, equations, and inequalities.

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.1,
AI.5.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Translate an English phrase or sentence into an algebraic expression and vice versa.(e.g., define a variable, set up an equation, and solve.)

Ch. 3-1, 3-2, 3-3, 3-4, 3-5

TMT, EOC

02

Make predictions and draw conclusions based on measures of central tendency.

Ch. 3

 

Instructional Objective

0814.13 Understand and use appropriate procedures to solve linear equations and inequalities such. as:
3x – 4 = 2
or
3x – 4 > 2

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.1, AI.3.2.2b

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve linear equations with one variable for computational or word problems.

Ch. 3-1, 3-2, 3-3

TMT, EOC

02

Solve fractional equations.

Ch. 3-2, 3-3

TMT, EOC

03

Solve multi-step linear equations.

Ch.3

TMA

EOC

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Unit 4

Using Proportional Reasoning

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.14 Understand and use proportions, ratios, and map scales.

Standard Reference
AI.3.3.1a, b

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Calculate the solutions to number problems using ratios, proportions, and percents.

Ch. 4-1 to 4-4

TMT, EOC

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Unit 5

Graphing Relations and Functions

2½ weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.15 Use graphs, matrices, and sequences to represent and solve problems.

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use graphs to represent and solve problems.

Ch. 5

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.16 Understand and use procedures for operating on algebraic expressions.

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Evaluate an algebraic expression using rational numbers.

Ch. 5-3

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.17 Represent a set of data in a table, a graph, and as a mathematical relationship

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.1a, d, AI.3.2.1a

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify whether an expression, ordered pair, or graph does or does not represent a function and justify the conclusion.

Ch. 5-5

TMT, EOC

02

Find the range of a function, given its domain.

Ch. 5-2, 5-3

TMT, EOC

03

Evaluate functions written in function notation.

Ch. 5

TMA

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Unit 6

Analyzing Linear Equations

3 ½ weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.18 Use graphs, and sequences to represent and solve problems.

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use graphs and sequences to represent and solve problems.

Ch. 6

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.19 Understand the purpose and capabilities or appropriate technology.

Standard Reference

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss and understand the purpose and capabilities or appropriate technology.

Graphing calculator demonstration

TO

Instructional Objective

0814.20 Understand concepts of the Cartesian Coordinate System.

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.1e, AI.3.1.2a,
AI.3.2.1b, AI.3.2.2,
AI.3.4.1a, AI.5.2.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Determine the slope of a line using the slope formula, the equation of the line, or the graph of the equation.

Ch. 6-1, 6-2, 6-5

TMT, EOC

02

Determine the linear equation of the line using the slope, y-intercept, or coordinates and will compare the slopes of parallel and perpendicular lines.

Ch. 6-2, 6-6

TMT, EOC

03

Determine a linear equation from analyzing the graph of the equation.

Ch. 6-5

TMA

04

Graph a linear equation with one variable.

Ch. 6

TMT, EOC

05

Graph a linear equation with two variables.

Ch. 6-5

 

06

Compare and contrast graphs of equations, changes in slope, y-intercept.

Ch. 6

 

07

Write equations and sketch lines of best fit.

Ch. 6

 

08

Predict how changes in data will affect line of best fit.

Ch. 6

 

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Unit 7

Solving Linear Inequalities

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.21 Understand properties of the real number system.

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.2c,d

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve inequalities with one variable in computational or word problems.

Ch. 7

TMT, EOC

02

Find the solution set for an inequality.

Ch. 7

TMT, EOC

03

Solve multi-step inequalities.

Ch.7

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.22 Understand and use appropriate procedures to solve linear equations and inequalities such. As:
3x – 4 = 2
or
3x – 4 > 2

Standard Reference

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve absolute value equations.

Ch. 7

TMT, EOC

02

Solve inequalities with one variable in computational or word problems.

Ch. 7

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.23 Understand and use appropriate procedures to solve simple linear systems of equations and inequalities such. As
x + y = 7
2x + 3y = 21
or
x + y < 7
2x + 3y > 21

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.2a

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Evaluate an inequality with two variables.

Ch. 7-8

TMT, EOC

02

Write an inequality to represent a problem situation or write a possible solution that an inequality could represent.

Ch. 7

TMA

03

Write an inequality to represent a problem situation or write a possible solution that an inequality could represent.

Ch. 7

TMA

Instructional Objective

0814.24 Understand concepts of the Cartesian Coordinate System.

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.1e, g, AI.3.2.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Identify inequalities by their representation on a graph.

Ch. 7

TMA

02

Graph an inequality with one or two variables.

Ch. 7-8

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.25 Model real-world phenomena using polynomial, and rational functions, noting restricted domains.

Standard Reference

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Model real-world phenomena using polynomial and rational expressions.

Ch. 7-8

TMT, EOC

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Unit 8

Solving Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.26 Understand the purpose and capabilities or appropriate technology.

Standard Reference

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Discuss and understand the purpose and capabilities or appropriate technology.

Graphing Calculator demonstration

TO

Instructional Objective

0814.27 Understand and use appropriate procedures to solve simple linear systems of equations and inequalities such. As
x + y = 7
2x + 3y = 21
or
x + y < 7
2x + 3y > 21

Standard Reference
AI.3.1.1e, AI.3.2.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve systems of linear equations with two variables.

Ch. 8-1 to 8-4

TMA
EOC

02

Graph a linear equation with two variables.

Ch. 8-1

TMT, EOC

03

Evaluate an inequality with two variables.

Ch. 8-5

TMT, EOC

04

Write an inequality to represent a problem situation or write a possible solution that an inequality could represent.

Ch. 8-5

TMA

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Unit 9

Exploring Polynomials

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.28 Understand and use positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and scientific notation.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.1, AI.1.3.1d

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Convert numbers from scientific notation (including those with negative exponents) to the standard form and vice versa.

Ch. 9-3

TMT, EOC

02

Understand and perform basic operations on positive and negative numbers.

Ch. 9

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.29 Understand properties of roots, and exponents.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.3, AI.1.3.1b, c

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Perform operations on numerical expressions containing integral exponents.

Ch. 9

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.30 Use a variety of methods, including common mathematical formulas, to solve problems drawn from daily life.

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use a problem-solving model to develop and apply problem-solving strategies. (e.g., guess and Check, draw a diagram, make a list, work backwards, and identify a simpler problem.)

Ch. 9

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.31 Understand and use procedures for operating on algebraic expressions.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.1, AI.1.2.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Multiply perfect squares and perfect square trinomials.

Ch. 9-7

TMT, EOC

02

Evaluate an expression using exponents.

Ch. 9

TMT, EOC

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Unit 10

Using Factoring

3 ½ weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.32 Use number theory concepts (divisibility rules, factors, multiples, primes) to solve problems.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Apply definitions of prime and composite numbers to solve mathematical problems.

Ch. 10-1

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.33 Understand and use procedures for operating on algebraic expressions.

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.3b, c, AI.3.2.2g

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Factor simple polynomials.

Ch. 10-2

TMT, EOC

02

Factor the difference of two squares or perfect square trinomials.

Ch. 10-3, 10-4, 10-5

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.34 Use appropriate procedures to simplify and solve polynomial equations and inequalities such. As
x2 + 3x = 7
or
x2 + 3x < 7

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.3

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve polynomial word problems with or without factoring.

Ch. 10-6

TMT, EOC

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Unit 11

Exploring Quadratic and Exponential Functions

3 weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.35 Understand properties of roots, and exponents.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.2, AI.1.2.1, AI.3.1.2c, d, AI.3.2.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve quadratic expressions containing roots and integral exponents.

Ch. 11-2, 11-3

TMT, EOC

02

Estimate square roots and understand that squaring and square roots are inverse operations.

Ch.2, Ch.13

TMA

03

Identify the graphs of quadratic functions as parabolas that open up or down depending upon the leading coefficient.

Ch. 11

TMA

04

Relate the solutions of quadratic functions to the points where the graphs cross the x-axes.

Ch. 11

TMA

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Unit 12

Exploring Radical Expressions and Equations

2 ½ weeks

Instructional Objective

0814.36 Understand properties of roots, and exponents.

Standard Reference
AI.1.1.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Perform basic operations to simplify radical expressions containing variables.

Ch. 13-3, 13-4

TMT, EOC

02

Solve radical equations.

Ch. 13-5

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.37 Understand and use appropriate procedures to solve linear equations and inequalities such. as:
3x – 4 = 2
or
3x – 4 > 2

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Solve radical equations.

Ch. 13-5

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.38 Know and apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve real world problems.

Standard Reference
AI.3.2.2

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Find the lengths of the sides or a right triangle using the Pythagorean Theorem.

Ch. 13-1

TMT, EOC

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Various

Selected Topics

Instructional Objective

0814.39 Apply number sense to everyday situations

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.2a

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Determine the reasonableness to computation and word problems, choosing an appropriate method (e.g., using estimation, evaluating according to context).

Throughout Text

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.40 Understand the nature and use of mathematical models.

Standard Reference

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Apply mathematical models to solve problems.

Throughout Text

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.41 Select the appropriate means to communicate mathematical information.

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.2b, AI.2.1.1a, AI.3.1.1f

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Construct tables, charts, or graphs to represent mathematical data.

Throughout Text

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.42 Determine length, area, capacity, weight, time, and temperature with appropriate units.

Standard Reference
AI.2.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use US customary and metric units of measurement to calculate perimeter, area.

Throughout Text

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.43 Understand equivalent units, comparable units, and conversions

Standard Reference
AI.2.2.1a

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use equivalent units, comparable units, and conversions.

Throughout Text

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.44 Understand units and their relationship to one another and to real world applications.

Standard Reference
AI.2.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Use measurement in word problems (e.g., rate, distance).

Throughout Text

TMT, EOC

Instructional Objective

0814.45 Understand that error accumulates in a computation when there is rounding at intermediate steps.

Standard Reference
AI.1.3.2a, AI.2.2.1

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference

Assessment Correlation

01

Determine the reasonableness to computation and word problems, choosing an appropriate method (e.g., using estimation, evaluating according to context).

Throughout Text

TMT, EOC

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